What to Know About Healing from Childhood Trauma

What to Know About Healing from Childhood Trauma

What to Know About Healing from Childhood Trauma Childhood trauma describes the painful and distressing experiences that can occur whenever a child feels fearful, threatened, or unsafe when they’re growing up. This type of trauma often comes from abuse, neglect,...
The Hidden Impact of Emotional Neglect: Recognizing the Signs

The Hidden Impact of Emotional Neglect: Recognizing the Signs

The Hidden Impact of Emotional Neglect: Recognizing the Signs Emotional neglect occurs during childhood when a parent or primary caregiver is inconsistent with their care or fails to meet a child’s needs. This could include a caregiver ignoring the emotional...
Combat SAD: 11 Tips for Seasonal Depression

Combat SAD: 11 Tips for Seasonal Depression

As the days grow shorter and the weather becomes colder, you may find yourself with seasonal depression or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Whether you live in one of the U.S.’s snowiest cities, coldest cities, or just feel the effects of a 4 PM sunset, SAD afflicts...
5 Ways to Cope with Traumatic Holiday Triggers

5 Ways to Cope with Traumatic Holiday Triggers

5 Ways to Cope with Traumatic Holiday Triggers The holidays are typically associated with festive sights, like Christmas trees decorated with ornaments, houses decked with lights, and snow glistening on the ground. There are seasonal flavors and smells like...
PTSD vs. C-PTSD: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters

PTSD vs. C-PTSD: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters

PTSD vs. C-PTSD: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the more common mental health conditions out there. The world of mental health has grown over the past few years. More and more people are willing and able...